IT Manager I

Job Description and Duties

In accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary by 3% (BU 1) i n exchange for leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job advertisement do not reflect this reduction in pay. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue PLP 2025 hours on the first day of each pay period in accordance with their applicable .

PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678 and not on your resume or SOQ. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR “SEE ATTACHED” WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Under the general direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO), the Information Technology Manager I (ITM I) serves as the manager of the Department of Conservation (DOC) Information Technology Procurement and Compliance Branch and is responsible for management, governance, strategic direction, and oversight of the Department’s enterprise information technology (IT) procurement program. The incumbent manages the acquisition of IT goods, services, software, cloud services, and telecommunications; administers and safeguards the Department’s delegated IT purchasing authority; establishes procurement policies, standards, internal controls, and business processes; and ensures compliance with applicable state laws, regulations, policies, and control agency requirements. The ITM I exercises a high degree of independent judgment in evaluating complex procurement, contractual, fiscal, compliance, security, and technology issues and provides recommendations to division management, the CIO, executive management, and Department programs regarding acquisition strategies, procurement risk, and technology investments. The incumbent represents the Department with the Department of General Services (DGS), California Department of Technology (CDT), California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA), vendors, and other control agencies and stakeholders on significant IT procurement matters. The ITM I plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the work of professional IT procurement staff and is accountable for the effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement of the Department's IT procurement program.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located in Downtown Sacramento and is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule, with employees required to work in-person at 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 .

Please see the attached duty statement for informaton related to the working conditions for this position.

Special Requirements

• This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code.

• The Department of Conservation does not participate in the E-Verify system or STEM OPT extension program. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

• If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation series can be found at Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.

This position is contingent on budget approval.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally/written)
• Excellent computer skills
• Possess good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments
• Ability to promote a positive working environment and relationship with others

Benefits

DOC employees may be eligible for the following beneftis:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid sick and vacation
• California State holiday pay
• 401(k) and 457 plans
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Transit Subsidy

Additional benefit information can be found on the following websites:

California State Civil Service Employee Benefits information may be obtained by going to the California Department of Human Resources website at .

Information regarding benefits provided by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found at .

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Important Information

Do not email or fax your application. Emailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR “SEE ATTACHED” WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate State Application (STD. 678) is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.